From left: Sports Editor Karl Winter, Sports Assistant Editor Paxton Ritchey, Staff Writer Kyle McCabe, Photo Editor Ali Levens, Sports Assistant Justin Touhey and Staff Writer Austin Hall. This group of six made its first NFL picks of the season prior to Thursday's first game of the season. Art by Madeline Duvall The 2020 NFL season is set to kick off Thursday, with the … [Read more...] about Opinion: PGM Sports Desk Picks NFL Week 1
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Governing Bodies Decide New Normal for Sports
COVID-19 looms in the mind of sports governing officials as they prioritize the health and safety of student-athletes but attempt to return to normalcy. Art by Ally Armstrong Athletes at every level are dealing with the uncertainty and reality that their sport could be canceled and their season over in an instant. Fans are not allowed to attend competitions, and injuries are … [Read more...] about Governing Bodies Decide New Normal for Sports
NFLPA Director Speaks at Pepp Law
Photos by Kyle McCabe Pepperdine discontinued its football program in 1961, but that didn't stop the university's Law and Sports Administration programs from collaborating to bring a big name in the football world to campus — a big name who also happens to be an accomplished lawyer. DeMaurice "De" Smith, the Executive Director of the National Football League Player's … [Read more...] about NFLPA Director Speaks at Pepp Law
Super Bowl Sunday Should Be a Holiday
Graphic by Nate BartonThis Sunday millions of people around the globe will gather together to celebrate a holiday unlike any other, the Super Bowl. Calling the Super Bowl a holiday may seem ridiculous, but it may not be as far-fetched as it seems.According to Fortune Magazine, 111.7 million people tuned in to watch last year's Super Bowl. Compare that with the biggest … [Read more...] about Super Bowl Sunday Should Be a Holiday
Take A Knee And Listen
Art by Peau PorotesanoNFL kneeling protests are about racism, and the claim that they disrespect members of the armed forces is a malicious misrepresentation of participants' intentions. To misconstrue it in this way is not only wrong, but it proves exactly why it's necessary that awareness on this subject be raised."I am not going to stand up to show pride in a flag for a … [Read more...] about Take A Knee And Listen